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CJ526: Academic and Professional Communication in Public Safety

Unit 3 Assignment

Review the specific components to the persuasive essay.

Write a 1,250–1,750-word (excluding title page and reference list) persuasive essay based on the topic you chose from the  essay matrix .

Include the following components in your essay:

· Introductory paragraph

· Include your thesis statement (highlight your thesis statement)

· Include a discussion of at least three supporting points

· Supporting arguments and examples defending your position for each of the following:

· Body Section 1 (supporting point 1 fully presented)

· Body Section 2 (supporting point 2 fully presented)

· Body Section 3 (supporting point 3 fully presented)

· Conclusive summary

Format your work consistent with APA guidelines.

Include APA headings (at least level one).

Include a minimum of five peer-reviewed sources.

Cite your sources and include a reference list.

In addition to fulfilling the specifics of the assignment, a successful paper must also meet the following criteria:

· Include a title page and reference list in 10–12 point font (See Section 2.19 in the APA Manual for acceptable fonts and associated font size)

· Viewpoint and purpose should be clearly established and sustained

· Assignment should follow the conventions of Standard English (correct grammar, punctuation, etc.)

· Writing should be well ordered, logical, and unified, as well as original and insightful

· Your work should display superior content, organization, style, and mechanics

· Appropriate citation style should be followed

You should also make sure to:

· Include a title page with full name, class name, section number, and date

· Include an introductory and concluding paragraph and demonstrate college-level communication through the composition of original materials in Standard English

· Use examples to support your discussion

· All sources must appear on a separate reference list at the end of your paper and cite within the body of your paper using APA format and citation style. For more information on APA guidelines, visit Academic Tools.

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